Virtual Livestock Judging & Skillathon Clinics
These clinics are open to any NC youth ages 8-18 and is totally free. To participate youth must register …
Animal Agriculture
Beginner Farmer Online Series
Extension Agents always have clients ask them, “I have some land that I want to do something with. Tell …
"Showing From Home" Virtual Livestock Show
Please see the schedule for the Showing from Home Virtual Livestock Show. Each show will begin at 7 p.m. …
Pest Control From the Past
With the introduction of the Asian Longhorned Tick to our state, we need to take a look back to …
Exploring Pastured Pork: a Virtual Intro to Niche Pork Production
Have you thought about raising pigs? Whether you want to raise pigs for you and your family or as …
How to Photograph Your Livestock With Jordan Daigle
To help our 4-H’ers prepare for virtual shows we asked Jordan Daigle to come and teach us a little …
Home Flock Series - Online Workshop
During this time of traveling less and not having group meetings/workshops, there is an opportunity for you to learn …
It’s Time to Vaccinate Horses Against Mosquito-Borne Diseases
As we welcome spring, keep in the back of your mind that mosquito season is not far off. It’s …
Pasture and Hay Land Projects
Spring is here and area grasslands are about ready to provide some growth for grazing or hay production. Most …
Virtual Livestock Show "Showing From Home"
Open to youth in North Carolina that have market animals tagged for shows in March-June 2020. We will be …
Western NC Spring Fling (CANCELED)
When: April 10–11, 2020 Where: NC Mountain State Fairgrounds What: Hog Show, Heifer Show, Steer Show – please use the forms …
Albemarle Spring Fever Jackpot Show (CANCELED)
Albemarle Spring Fever Jackpot Show Flyer Entry Form April 4, 2020 Swine Show – Weigh In 6:30–8 a.m., Show 8:30 a.m. Goat Show …
2020 N.C. State Fair Youth Livestock Scholarship Application Now Available
Designed for high school seniors and students currently enrolled in an institute of higher education who have participated in the …
Onslow County Farm Bureau Livestock Showdown (CANCELED)
April 4, 2020 Location: Mike’s Farm: 1600 Haw Branch Rd, Beulaville, NC 28518 2020 Livestock Showdown Rules and Information Please complete this …
NC Junior Hereford Association, Judging in January
Senior Contest Results Senior High Individual Overall Senior High Team Overall Senior Individual Goat Senior Team Goat Senior Individual Sheep Senior Team Sheep Senior Individual Cattle Senior …
Advanced Livestock Judging Registration
Looking to improve your livestock judging skills? Want to travel to new farms and see high-quality stock? Have some judging experience? Between …
NC Livestock School & East Coast Extravaganza
*We have moved to online entry forms. They are linked below. All information can be found in the first …
NCJHA Judging in January
Judging in January Registration Information and Schedule When: January 25, 2020, registrations are due January 10 Where: NC State University Beef …
Nance Family Meat Goat Leadership Institute
Nance Family Meat Goat Leadership Institute Application When: February 22, 2020, applications are due January 10 Where: NC State University Beef …
Southeastern Regional & NC State Fair Contest Results
Results from the contests can be found at the links below. Southeastern Regional Livestock Judging & Skillathon Contest NC State Fair …
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Recent Publications related to Animal Agriculture
Forage Needs and Grazing Management for Meat Goats in the Humid Southeast
This factsheet offers information on forage needs for meat goats, as well as typical grazing …
6/15/20 — Animal Science Facts
Fences for Horses
This publication provides an overview of the factors that should be considered before you install …
6/4/20
Reducing Drift and Odor with Wastewater Application
This publication addresses application techniques that affect drift and odor problems associated with wastewater application, …
5/20/20 — SoilFacts
Guidelines for the Commercial Application of Poultry Litter
A summary of North Carolina rules and regulations governing the purchasing, handling, application and reporting …
5/18/20 — SoilFacts
Asian Longhorned Tick
The Asian longhorned tick is an invasive tick spreading throughout the eastern US. A native …
5/15/20
Controlling Sore Mouth in Meat Goats
This publication offers information on the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of sore mouth, a contagious, …
5/13/20 — Animal Science Facts
Breeds and Production Traits of Meat Goats
This publication covers the characteristics and production traits (adaptability, reproductive rate, growth rate, carcass characteristics) …
5/13/20 — Animal Science Facts
Preparing Meat Goats for the Breeding Season
This publication offers information on how to prep does and bucks for the meat goat …
5/13/20 — Animal Science Facts